Malibu Boats Boat 2014 Owner's Manual

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Damage to underwater gearcaused by shallow watermaneuvering is not covered byyour warranty.Warning MarkersLearn to recognize the different buoys and daymarkers; they are used as the signposts of thewaterways identifying navigable routes and waterhazards. It is a good idea to ask local authorities abouthazard areas and if they are marked. Stay withinboundaries and clear of hazards.Figure 1-4. Diver Down FlagCarbon MonoxideCarbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless and odorless gas produced by all engines and fuelburning appliances. Even with the best boat design and construction, plus the utmost carein inspection, operation and maintenance, hazardous levels of CO may still be present inaccommodation spaces under certain conditions. To reduce CO accumulation, alwaysventilate the boat interior and avoid boating situations which cause increased exposure.The boat owner, as well as all boat occupants, must ensure that they understand thedangers of carbon monoxide and comply with all safety recommendations/requirements.No one should be allowed to stand or sit in any area of the boat that is not a designatedseat while the boat is running.It is the responsibility of the boat owner and occupants of the boat to understand andcomply with all warning labels and safety recommendations/requirements.EXTREME HAZARD – Carbon monoxide gas (CO) is colorless,odorless and extremely dangerous. All engines and fuelburning appliances produce CO as exhaust. Direct andprolonged exposure to CO will cause BRAIN DAMAGE orDEATH. Signs of exposure to CO include nausea, dizzinessand drowsiness. Sources of CO include:1-8KC-0250M